Most of us can honestly put our hands up and say that sometimes, getting a good Instagram photo is an essential part of any outing. Whether you’re trying to impress a certain someone *wink wink* or just trying to keep your Instagram feed looking aesthetically pleasing, choosing the right place to take a pic is […]

6 years ago

Let’s be honest, we definitely don’t need any excuse to have a few pints every now and then. But knowing that the odd pint could add extra years onto our life? Now that is something to celebrate. A new study has found that people who drink a ‘moderate’ amount of alcohol lived longer than those […]

6 years ago

It’s no secret that our little island holds some of the most stunning views we’ve ever seen, and what better way to take it all in than by heading off on a little road-trip this weekend? Now, thanks to EasyTrip, who recently carried out a survey on Ireland’s best roads for a lovely drive, the […]

7 years ago

If you’re a regular flyer who enjoys the odd mid-flight cup of coffee, we have bad news for you. It turns out that drinking a cup of coffee while travelling on an airplane isn’t always the most hygienic thing to do. One anonymous flight attendant who works for a ‘major’ American airline, told Vice that […]

7 years ago

Whether you’re currently in college, trying to save for something important or simply on a tight budget, it can be hard to organise a holiday or weekend away that won’t leave your pockets totally empty. But luckily for anyone currently looking for a cheap and cheerful getaway, the cheapest European cities for a city break […]

7 years ago

E-cigarettes have, without a doubt, become increasingly popular in the past couple of years. The idea that smoking an electronic cigarette poses less harm to the body than a regular cigarette probably has a lot to do with their growing popularity. However, although they may seem like a better alternative to smoking cigarettes, they […]

7 years ago

Let’s be honest. Nothing gets us through the week better than having a great plan in place for the weekend. And with this weekend being an incredibly long four-day weekend (for most of us), there’s no excuse for wasting your days off. So whether you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Dublin city, […]

7 years ago

Most of the time when we wake up after a night out we find ourselves scrambling around the kitchen looking for anything to cure us and rid the dreaded hangover. This usually results in an indulgent mountain of carbs, upon carbs, upon carbs. But apparently, according to research from George Mason University, the solution to […]

7 years ago

It’s always a tough choice trying to decide where to stay when you head abroad for a holiday or a weekend break. But thankfully Hostel World have created a list of the most popular hostels across Europe according to how they have been rated, so we never have to go through the struggle of sifting […]

7 years ago

It’s no secret that our gorgeous little island boasts some of the most spectacular views we’ve ever seen. And it seems we’re not the only ones who think so, as one of Ireland’s very own airports has taken the top spot on the list of the most scenic landings at an airport. After coming in […]

7 years ago

We’ll be the first to admit that we probably spend way too much of our wages on weekend brunch and €4 morning coffees, but when you hear how much the average young person saves each month it might make you think twice. via GIPHY Finance expert Paul Merriman from AskPaul.ie told Lovin.ie: “The average [among […]

7 years ago

Entering into a new relationship can be seriously daunting. Realistically, the two most possible outcomes will be: A) You’ll marry them or B) You’ll break up Both thoughts are equally as terrifying. However, Bustle have revealed a couple of signs (according to the experts) that can easily show that your partner isn’t thinking of spending […]

7 years ago

Congratulations! You’ve made it through college and out the other side, and you’ve probably had your photograph professionally taken while holding a fancy scroll in hand. Now what? Finishing college is a weird feeling; you no longer feel like you actually belong anywhere, and as the new students flood into the university or college, you […]

7 years ago

Usually when the Irish go on holiday, the main purpose is to escape the dreary, cold weather and go as far away as possible. However, some of the most stunning cities out there are just a short flight across the pond. With cheap fares, and super fast flights you could be over to Scotland’s […]

7 years ago

Every now and then, new terms seem to crop up in the world of romance, and online dating in particular. From ‘ghosting’, to ‘catfishing’ and ‘marleying‘, we weren’t sure how much more random these terms could become. However, Plenty of Fish’s dating expert Shannon Smith told Business Insider that one of the latest dating behaviour […]

7 years ago

Christmas is over, there’s absolutely nothing to do, and we’re feckin’ broke. Personally, we couldn’t think of any better way to cheer ourselves up than by booking an impromptu holiday, but funds aren’t on our side. Lucky for us, Hoppa have revealed the cheapest holiday destination for 2018, and it sounds unreal. Taking food, drink, […]

7 years ago

Now that summer has arrived (for most people), the messages in the WhatsApp group chat seem to be flying in as everyone begins to organise the annual summer holiday. And whether you’re in college, trying to get by on intern pay, or just trying to stick to some sort of reasonable budget, it can be […]

8 years ago

Met Éireann has extended the status-red snow and ice warning until Saturday morning in several areas in Leinster. The warning was issued at around 3:45pm and will stay in effect until 9am tomorrow morning. Counties that will be affected by the warning extension are Dublin, Meath, Wexford, Wicklow and Kildare. The warning states: “Snow accumulations […]

8 years ago

Met Éireann has issued a new status-yellow weather that will affect 19 counties over the weekend, as heavy rainfall and strong winds are on the way. The warning, which stated that Munster, Leinster and Galway will experience southwest to west winds that could reach speeds of between 55 and 65 km/h, with possible gusts of […]

8 years ago

With Spring just around the corner, we were hoping that this dull, wintery weather was going to come to an end. However, it looks like the cold days are going to continue a little longer. A status-yellow snow and ice warning was issued this morning for the country, and it seems the dreary weather is […]

8 years ago

Despite seeing the sun come out of the shadows for the first time in what seems like forever this weekend, it looks like the good bout of weather isn’t here to stay. Yep, it may be wise to keep the hats and scarves at arms reach, as temperatures are expected to drop to as low […]

8 years ago

Getting into a new relationship can happen quite easily, but figuring out whether or not your partner is going to be around for a long time is another story altogether. Research carried out by University of British Columbia economist John Helliwell found that one specific factor was the most important for a couple’s satisfaction. The […]

8 years ago

We’ve seen a lot of gorgeous properties knocking about lately, but this Limerick house takes the biscuit. Surrounded by 16 acres of gorgeous gardens and parklands, the €3,500,000 property oozes the perfect combination of wealth, luxury and character. Fedamore House was originally built in 1880, making it more than 130 years old, and has since […]

8 years ago

After much debate between siblings over who is the smartest of the lot, it has finally been confirmed that the first-born child is smarter than the middle, or youngest sibling. Research carried out at the University of Edinburgh revealed that first-born children have superior thinking skills compared to their younger siblings. This is because they […]

8 years ago

We’ve seen some fairly random things in our time. But Sean Kingston hanging out in a pizzeria in Celbridge is up there with the most bizarre. Yep, the singer of the iconic Beautiful Girls (admit it – it was on your iPod too) is in Ireland to perform a few gigs, and it looks like […]

8 years ago

It was only a few months back that Missguided came to the rescue of every Irish gal by creating a clothing category solely dedicated to ‘jeans and a nice top’. And now, they’ve only gone and done it again. Yep, catering to our needs as always, the online retailer has just created a new section […]

8 years ago

After several bank holiday weekends one after another for the past while, we’ve finally settled back into a routine and had a somewhat normal working week.  So if you’re finding yourself more knackered than usual (like us) and are planning on staying in this Friday night, the Late Late has you sorted with entertainment for […]

8 years ago

Every year we see different baby names becoming increasingly popular, and others remaining consistently common. We may only be four months into 2018, but that hasn’t stopped a clear trend developing among new parents naming their children. This year, according to Names.org, a website which ranks the popularity of names throughout the year, there’s a clear […]

8 years ago

Whether you’re feeling bored in your current job and are looking for a change, or you’ve simply always dreamed of becoming a weather reporter, here’s your chance. TG4 are currently looking to hire for two new roles; a new weather presenter and a new continuity presenter.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]

8 years ago

Emirates is currently on the hunt for Irish pilots to move to Dubai, and if you think you or someone you know might have what it takes, this could be an opportunity of a lifetime.  The Dubai-based airline is hosting a recruitment roadshow in the Hilton Dublin Airport, Malahide Road today where they’re searching for […]

8 years ago

For anyone who didn’t manage to get their hands on one of those repeal jumpers that a lot of people have been sporting since they were launched back in 2016, you’re in luck. The jumpers are making a comeback, and this time you’ll be able to get them in more colours than the original black […]

8 years ago

If, like the majority of us, you’re an avid online shopper who spends around a fiver a pop on delivery charges each time you make an order, you’re going to be absolutely delighted with Boohoo’s latest introduction. The online retailer has just introduced an option for Irish shoppers, meaning that we’ll now be able to […]

8 years ago

Looking to go on a summer holiday but feeling a bit strapped for cash? Not to worry – Aer Lingus has just launched a deadly sale on a whole load of flights for the summer. There’s offers of up to 20% off flights from Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport to a massive array […]

8 years ago

It’s not every day that Kim Kardashian’s makeup artist dedicates an Instagram post to someone from Ireland.  So when he posted a series of photos of himself with an elderly Irish couple, we were intrigued to know what had brought them together.  Alongside the collection of Instagram photos, Mario explained the reasoning behind their encounter, […]

8 years ago

It’s not every day that Kim Kardashian’s makeup artist dedicates an Instagram post to someone from Ireland.  So when he posted a series of photos of himself with an elderly Irish couple, we were intrigued to know what had brought them together.  Alongside the collection of Instagram photos, Mario explained the reasoning behind their encounter, […]

8 years ago

The Lion King probably takes one of the top spots on the list of our favourite Disney films. Why? It’s just so bloody good. From the to the amazing storyline to the most adorable characters (not you, Scar)and iconic music, you just can’t beat it. However, even after watching the movie countless times over and […]

8 years ago

Heading to your local GP for an appointment can be expensive, time consuming and just a hassle in general. By the time you roll out of bed, drive to the doctor, pay for parking and wait in line for over an hour, you’re usually pretty much ready to just go home at that point. However, […]

8 years ago

Whether you’re planning on staying in and resting up for the entire weekend, or you just want to have an idea of what will be on the TV when you’re absolutely hanging on Sunday, we’ve got ya covered. Here’s six of the best movies that’ll be on the TV over the weekend, and they’re absolute […]

8 years ago

If, like us, you’re currently looking out at the dreary, wet day outside, you’re most likely planning to stay in tonight and cosy up with a good film. And luckily for you, Netflix are keeping you spoiled for choice as they have added a heap of new titles, so you’re bound to have something to […]

8 years ago

It’s just about that time where we’re all suddenly getting a massive craving for some vitamin D. That is unless you’ve actually been enjoying the miserable weather that has been sweeping over the country for the last few months. But if, like most of us, you’re looking forward to escaping the clouds and rain for […]

8 years ago

Tayto Park will be holding an autism-friendly event in celebration of Autism Awareness Day next weekend. The event, which is set to take place on Saturday April 14, will see €2 from each entry going towards Autism Ireland.  Between 9am and 12pm on the day an autism-friendly environment will be created at the theme park […]

8 years ago

The days are getting longer, the nights are getting shorter, and it seems that the weather is just ever so slightly starting to pick up. With that said, it’s clear summer is most definitely on its way (thank the Lord), so it’s time to get out there and do some more outdoorsy things. And for […]

8 years ago

Anyone who lives close to Cork Airport will be delighted with the latest route that has just been added to the airport’s flight schedule. As part of its winter schedule, Aer Lingus has announced that it will now run flights from Cork Airport to Lisbon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lisbon […]

8 years ago

Anyone who grew up in Ireland will know that one of the absolute CLASSIC ice-creams was, without fail, the HB Super Split – there just simply wasn’t anything like it! So if you were one of the many, many fans of the humble Super Split, you’ll only be delighted to know that it has made […]

8 years ago

It’s no secret that us Irish really do put on a good spread when it comes to breakfast, and now the ultimate best breakfasts on the island have been revealed. Georgina Campbell’s second annual Irish Breakfast Awards in association with Fáilte Ireland were held yesterday. The awards see a variety of Irish hotels, restaurants, B&Bs […]

8 years ago

It isn’t unusual to come across cute cottages in Ireland, but this one in Kerry is the nicest we’ve seen in a very long time. Situated on the Ring of Kerry, Derreenrickard Cottage is charming and quaint. It was bought in 1993 by the current owners who saw huge potential in the derelict cottage and overgrown […]

8 years ago

Every night we find ourselves trawling through the endless TV shows and movies that Netflix has to offer in the search of finding something worthy of our time. And lucky for any avid Netflix-watchers, you won’t have to do much searching tonight. Wild Wild Country, a brand new addition to Netflix, has received a 100% […]

8 years ago

Fancy nabbing a flight to the States for less than €200? You’d better keep reading so. Aer Lingus has just launched an Easter sale, with discounts on tonnes of flights to different destinations including the US and Canada.  In what the airline describes as its “lowest ever” saver, passengers can get flights to New York, […]

8 years ago

People all over the country are gathering in support of the girl at the centre of the Belfast rugby rape trial this afternoon. After nine weeks and two days of evidence, and three hours and 45 minutes of deliberation by the jury, four Irish men have been found not guilty of rape and other charges […]

8 years ago

For many of us who were lucky enough to be given Friday and Monday off for the Easter bank holiday weekend, today is our last day at work. And, as everyone knows, a four-day weekend usually means a lot of alcohol, food and a few sore heads too.  So whether you’re looking for something to […]

8 years ago